Step 1

Cook bacon in a large Dutch oven until crispy. Remove to paper towel lined plate.

Step 2

Add butter to pot and melt on medium-high.

Step 3

Add onion, pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until tender.

Step 4

Stir in flour.

Step 5

Cook and stir one minute.

Step 6

Add broth and bring to boil and boil for about 1 minute.

Step 7

Reduce heat to simmer and stir in chicken, corn, chilis, and cayenne pepper.

Step 8

Simmer for about 20 minutes then stir in cream and cheese and bacon. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Step 9

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve topped with chopped scallions.